We have the privilege of caring for many children, adults, and their families in the comfort of their own home and through our hospice services, Little Havens and Fair Havens.
Like many people, they had preconceptions of what hospice care meant. They have agreed to tell their story to you in the hope that it sheds some light on the reality of how hospice care can benefit families in the toughest of times, and overcome fears of what hospices are like.
“I love the feeling when we walk through the doors, and I don't have to worry about anything as I know he is safe and happy.”
"The hospice gave us a tiny bit of normality when we had no control over what was happening. It was a place of kindness, care, and dignity.”
"It was the best place we could be in the worst situation. They made everything just that little bit easier.”
“They’d written ‘Welcome Alice’ on the board in her room and got her set up in her room. They took care of all of us, not just Alice.”
Little Havens was recommended to us – we didn’t really know anything about our local children’s hospice – until we walked through the front door
“I’ve really enjoyed meeting new people and talking about music. It’s made me think about songs and memories I haven’t thought about for a long time"
“At Fair Havens, I like the companionship and the friendliness. You can always be sure of a smile"
“I don’t even want to think about Little Havens not being here, we just want it to be available forever.”
“I’ve never experienced care like this anywhere. No one has ever sat down next to my bed and talked to me as much as the nurses do here."
“Without Little Havens I think we’d feel really lost, and alone.”
“The Care Team supported us through it all; they helped us navigate something nobody ever plans for."
"Having Little Havens - a place that is safe and kind, means everything. It's the opportunity to feel a little bit normal."
